Machine Operator (Shift: 4PM - 1:30am)
About The Position
The Machine Operator works within the processing and packaging teams to operate equipment according to product standard processes. The role involves preparing, sanitizing, operating, cleaning, and maintaining assigned machinery; documenting production information; inspecting and packing products; and preparing and transferring work-in-process materials. The operator works with the team to meet production schedules, maintains a clean and safe environment, learns assigned equipment, communicates mechanical issues to engineering, and troubleshoots minor machine problems. Supervisors may assign additional duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience operating machinery.
- Ability to read and write and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, and machine display information in English.
- Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.
- Regularly stand; use hands or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities, including close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and maintain focus.
Responsibilities
- Set up, sanitize, operate, clean, and maintain assigned machines.
- Record filling time, material usage, and finished goods in filling reports.
- Inspect and pack products.
- Prepare and transfer work-in-process materials.
- Cooperate with the team to fulfill production schedules efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Learn assigned equipment and provide information to engineering about mechanical issues.
- Troubleshoot minor machine-related issues.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisors.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan through Principal
- Two weeks of vacation
- Ten paid holidays
- Five sick days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
